Mario Balotelli's agent insists the transfer to Manchester City will be completed but admitted the deal is in a "delicate" phase.
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Inter striker Balotelli, 19, had been expected to complete his move to Eastlands by the end of the week but, after agent Mino Raiola held talks with City officials on Thursday, reports emerged of a disagreement over the player's wages.
However, while Raiola admits Balotelli is eager to see the situation resolved in the near future, there is little doubt that the deal will be done.
"As long as there's hope, there's life," Raiola told Sky Italia. "He's calm but anxious to come to an agreement - that's normal for a lad of 19. We're working and we're hoping.
"We are in a delicate phase of the deal, but I am continuing with my work. It could take a long time, but in the end it will be done."
It is claimed a €30 million deal - rising to €35 million with bonuses - has been agreed between the clubs.
